Social Work

Social Worker - Children In Care

Outside IR35 | 20% Tax | Support in Accommodation | Short term contract | Supportive Management  We are currently looking for an experienced children in care social worker to work for an authority based in the channel islands on a short term contract.  Within this ole you will hold a complex caseload as well as supporting social workers in the team, covering tasks as needed due to leave. This will include chairing meetings, developing plans and assessments as well as working with colleagues across health and education to ensure the best possible outcome.   They will need to work regular on duty and support the team manager as and when needed. Requirements:  Minimum 5 years experuence working with children in care and families  must be immediately available  3 month contract  clear DBS Experience of working with children subject to child in need and protection plans and in public and private care proceedings beneficial Experience of working with children and young people who are at risk of CSE, CSA and missing from home. Experience of managing and accessing family contact arrangements Practitioners who have experience of direct work with children and families within a statutory setting, Have a track record of managing competing demands and meeting statutory timescales. Able to promote advocacy, participation, and children’s experiences. Alongside this we offer a wide range of roles within children’s social work so if you are open to hearing new opportunities then get in touch. As this is a statutory role you are required to have a Social Work qualification and full registration to SWE. Or if you'd like more info on how Leaders in Care can support you, call Nathan on 07401281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk

Join St Helen's | Social Work Roles Available - GOOD OFSTED

Good Ofsted | Various Teams Available | Supportive Management | Competitive Salary Packages Available Grow as a Social Worker – Working for St Helens! The mantra is “Brilliant at the Basics” – A journey of transformation and personal growth awaits you at St Helens. Positioned close to Manchester, Liverpool, and Lancashire, St Helens is ideally located with excellent transport links. It’s an area that is evolving and modernising, offering a wide range of housing options. Whether you’re relocating with your family or moving alone, there’s something for everyone. The area also boasts plenty of green spaces and leisure opportunities. St Helens prides itself on self-growth and the positive transformation it has undergone, providing quality care for its children and families. This is recently reflected in its Ofsted rating as GOOD, with services for young people leaving care rated as OUTSTANDING. Teams available: Duty & Assessment  Fostering Adoption & SGO Children Looked After  There has never been a better time to join St Helens as they embark on a push for excellence. If personal development and making a positive impact resonate with you, there’s no better opportunity in the North West. Why not take advantage of what’s on offer at St Helens? “Being brilliant at the basics” isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a core value of St Helens. Putting the welfare of children, families, and the workforce first is at the heart of everything they do. Support is always close by to enable you to grow, ultimately becoming brilliant at all levels. It starts with the basics, and we’re looking for like-minded social workers to join St Helens on their journey towards OUTSTANDING. Child-Centred Approach Advocate for vulnerable children and be a beacon of support for their families! St Helens Children’s Services are built on a foundation of support, fostering a holistic, child-centred approach where positive outcomes always come first. Peer learning and a compassionate culture await, with social workers supporting and learning from one another. Why not get in touch and see what’s on offer? We’re looking for social workers across all disciplines!  If you would like to know more, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk, or call 0161 249 8195. If the role isn’t for you, but you know a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering a market-leading referral fee of £500 per placement. All you have to do is reach out!    

Senior Social Worker | Adoption & SGO

Work in the Heart of the North West | Transforming Lives | GOOD OFSTED | HYBRID WORKING Join St Helens as a Senior Adoption Social Worker & SGO! Located at the heart of the North West and close to Liverpool, Manchester, and Lancashire, St Helens Borough Council is modernising and progressive authority passionate about making a difference for the children and families, the community and its workforce. As part of their transformation journey, there’s a real focus and push on BEING BRILLIANT AT THE BASICS – but what does that mean? Simply put, it’s about putting children firmly at the centre of St Helens’ care. This is made possible through their highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce, who have created a culture of support, peer learning, and a drive to reach OUTSTANDING and best practice in the North West. St Helens Borough Council is on a mission to become a leading council for best practice and an employer of choice for those seeking a rewarding and supportive career. So Why St Helens? Working for St Helens’ Fostering & Adoption Team means enjoying a competitive salary package, flexible working arrangements, and continuous professional development – a local authority that’s keen to invest in its workforce. Flexible Working, including hybrid arrangements Stable and Supportive Management Continued Professional Development Progression Opportunities  If you would like to know more, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk, or call 0161 249 8195 for an informal chat! If the role isn’t for you, but you know a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering a market-leading referral fee of £500 per placement. All you have to do is reach out!    

Senior Fostering Social Worker

Work in the Heart of the North West | Transforming Lives | Supportive & Ambitious Council Join St Helens as a Senior Social Worker in Fostering Located at the heart of the North West and close to Liverpool, Manchester, and Lancashire, St Helens Borough Council is a modernising authority passionate about making a difference for the children and families we support, our communities, and our workforce. As part of their transformation journey, there’s a real focus and push on BEING BRILLIANT AT THE BASICS – what does that mean? Simply, putting children firmly at the centre of St. Helens care. This is made possible through our their highly valued, skilled, and supported workforce, who have created a culture of support, peer learning and a drive to reach OUTSTANDING. St Helens Borough Council is on a mission to become a leading council for best practice and an employer of choice for those seeking a rewarding and supporting career. So Why St. Helens? Working for St Helens Fostering & Adoption Team means enjoying a competitive salary package, flexible working arrangements, and continuous professional development – a local authority who is keen to invest in their workforce. Flexible Working, hybrid working Stable and Supportive Management Continued Professional Development Progression Opportunities Joining as a Senior Social Worker in Fostering, you will bring expertise that supports the team and the department. This is a diverse, challenging, and rewarding role where your skills and experience will be highly valued. If you’re an experienced social worker ready to take on the challenge and truly make a difference, this is your opportunity.   If you would like to know more, send your CV to leo@leadersincare.co.uk, or call 0161 249 8195. If the role isn’t for you, but you know a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering a market-leading referral fee of £500 per placement. All you have to do is reach out!  

Intake & Assessment Social Worker

6 month rolling contract | Supportive Management | Huge amount of flexibility | 4 day working week / Condensed hours Even though its not been the most sunny summer and are now heading into a brisk cold Winter, are you looking for a new role local to you? If so, we have an opportunity to join a stable authority for a Intake & Family Assessment social worker to join a close knit team for an exclusive rate of up to £40 P/H.  This role offers a combined short term and long term cases, although, you must have 3 years post qualification experience. Within this role you will have long standing permanent staff who already work there and offer supportive management across the board. we already have a lot of workers who are there who can help support you settle in. Working from home is massively encouraged within this role and we are looking to hire a few people within this role.  So what does this role offer? Manageable Caseloads Flexible working - 4 day working week or condensed hours if you wanted to, 37 hours per week is also available.  Loyalty Bonus - we offer up to an extra £150 on top of your weekly pay! Supportive Management and structure Supportive Team They will happily wait up to a month for this role!  Progression opportunities to change teams if needed Market leading payroll system This role is a great opportunity to express and develop your skill set surrounded by similar social workers with the same mindset! This is not the only position they are looking for so if you know a Social Worker looking for work, we run a UK leading £500 referral fee for Social Workers! So please apply with your CV or email me at nathan@leadersincare.co.uk for more details! As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Soci

LAC Social Worker

Looked After Children Team | 6 month rolling contract | Flexible working | Supportive Management | In depth training  Looking to move to the West Country and work for a stable authority on a 6 month rolling contract? This role is for you. We are currently looking for an experienced Looked After Children social worker to work on looked after cases within the county which is quite unusual!  Benefits: Supportive Management  6 month rolling contract  Stable authority  Loyalty bonus - we can supplement your pay!  Flexibility - 2 days in county  The Council is dedicated to providing timely support for every child, aiming to ensure a happy and fulfilling life. This comes from focusing on continuous improvement, embracing effective social work practices (systemic practice & relational approach), and empowering staff to have a real impact on children's lives. The team structure is carefully designed to support staff with manageable caseloads, including a Team Manager, Advanced Practitioner, and four Social Workers in each team. Interested in making a move, and settling down in an authority offering long term prospects, settled in some of England’s finest countryside, send your CV to Nathan@leadersincare.co.uk or call me on 07401 281738 As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.

Social Worker - Complex Needs Team

£3000 Relocation | High Pay | 20% Tax | Supportive Management | Manageable Caseload | Fantastic Team Are you currently looking for a flexible contract to move to the sunny Channel Islands at the end of summer? We are currently looking for an experienced Children with complex needs Social Worker to join an “Outstanding” authority based in the channel islands. In this role, you will provide essential support children with complex needs.   Because of this, you will be able to have flexibility across the team and a be a part of a non pressurised environment with a fantastic rate to go alongside it! As you wont be limited to office work, you will get a good work life balance.  So what are the other benefits to this role? Manageable caseload Quality of service - we work when it works for you, not when office hours dictate (over 500 5* reviews on Google don’t lie!) The UKs leading ‘refer a friend’ bonus of £500 Solid work/life balance Market leading timesheet system – meaning that Fridays are easier when getting paid! Relocation Package up to £3000 16% Pension Support when moving to the island with housing. With flexible working hours, you can space out the casework and have more ability to spend time with your family and loved ones. You can juggle cases in a more streamlined and efficient manner to produce high-quality work and conduct procedures in a less chaotic style.    If the role is not for you, but perhaps a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering market leading referral fee of £500 per placement - all you have to do is reach out!   As this is a statutory role you are required to have a Social Work qualification and full registration to SWE.   Or if you'd like more info on how Leaders in Care can support you, call Nathan on 07401281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk

Children In Care Social Worker

£3000 Relocation | High Pay | 20% Tax | Supportive Management | Manageable Caseload | Fantastic Team Are you currently looking for a flexible contract to move to the sunny Channel Islands at the end of summer? We are currently looking for an experienced Children in Care Social Worker to join an “Outstanding” authority based in the channel islands. In this role, you will provide essential support to Children In Care where you will be playing a huge role in changing childrens lives, helping with children in need. Because of this, you will be able to have flexibility across the team and a be a part of a non pressurised environment with a fantastic rate to go alongside it! As you wont be limited to office work, you will get a good work life balance.  So what are the other benefits to this role? Manageable caseload Quality of service - we work when it works for you, not when office hours dictate (over 500 5* reviews on Google don’t lie!) The UKs leading ‘refer a friend’ bonus of £500 Solid work/life balance Market leading timesheet system – meaning that Fridays are easier when getting paid! Relocation Package up to £3000 16% Pension Support when moving over to the island With flexible working hours, you can space out the casework and have more ability to spend time with your family and loved ones. You can juggle cases in a more streamlined and efficient manner to produce high-quality work and conduct procedures in a less chaotic style.    If the role is not for you, but perhaps a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering market leading referral fee of £500 per placement - all you have to do is reach out! As this is a statutory role you are required to have a Social Work qualification and full registration to SWE. Or if you'd like more info on how Leaders in Care can support you, call Nathan on 07401281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk

Fostering & Adoption Social Worker

£3k Relocation | Flexible Working | Supportive Management| Manageable Caseloads  Are you currently looking for a flexible contract to move to the sunny Channel Islands at the end of summer? We are currently looking for an experienced Fostering & Adoption Social Worker to join an “Outstanding” authority based in the channel islands. In this role, you will provide essential support to children in foster care, adoptive families, and those considering adoption. You will assess needs, offer practical help, and prioritise children’s safety and well-being, joining their close-knit team to support vulnerable children and families, making a real positive impact on their lives.  Because of this, you will be able to have flexibility across the team and a be a part of a non pressurised environment with a fantastic rate to go alongside it! As you wont be limited to office work, you will get a good work life balance.  So what are the other benefits to this role? Manageable caseload Quality of service - we work when it works for you, not when office hours dictate (over 500 5* reviews on Google don’t lie!) The UKs leading ‘refer a friend’ bonus of £500 Solid work/life balance Market leading timesheet system – meaning that Fridays are easier when getting paid! Relocation Package up to £3000 16% Pension With flexible working hours, you can space out the casework and have more ability to spend time with your family and loved ones. You can juggle cases in a more streamlined and efficient manner to produce high-quality work and conduct procedures in a less chaotic style.    If the role is not for you, but perhaps a friend or colleague looking for a change, we are offering market leading referral fee of £500 per placement - all you have to do is reach out! As this is a statutory role you are required to have a Social Work qualification and full registration to SWE. Or if you'd like more info on how Leaders in Care can support you, call Nathan on 07401281738 or email nathan@leadersincare.co.uk

Children with Disabilities Social Worker

Supportive Senior Management | Manageable Caseload | Hybrid Working | A Different Approach to Agency   Tired of the same old? Looking for a change to kickstart your 2025?   Leaders in Care are working with a highly regarded local authority in the South West of England, on a great opportunity for an experienced children's social worker to join the Children with Disabilities team, with a very competitive pay rate of £40 per hour.   The team is a small one, but with a strong reputation for stability, with vacancies rarely cropping up within the service. Funding has recently been approved to ensure peace of mind with a 6 monthly contract from the off – giving you time to settle in and focus on building relationships with the the children and families involved in the service, as well as the team around you.   The CwD service is very stable, so you can expect a manageable workload, with cases split evenly across the service. You will also become a part of a very close knit team who have all been a part of the service for extended periods of time.    As this is a statutory role, you do require a social work qualification & registration to Social Work England.   If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please call Chris on 0161 240 7897. Or email your up to date cv to Chris@leadersincare.co.uk.